Cyprus national team prepares for Nations League match against Latvia

Following a significant 2-0 victory over Armenia in the UEFA Nations League on October 2, 2026, the Cyprus national football team is preparing to face Latvia at the GSP Stadium. The goals against Armenia were scored by Leonidas Konomis in the 19th minute and Andronikos Kakoullis in the 31st minute, securing Cyprus's first win in the competition and moving them to second place in their group with four points.

The upcoming match against Latvia, scheduled for October 5 at 19:00, is considered crucial for Cyprus's ambitions to challenge for the top positions in the group, currently led by Montenegro. Manager Apostolos Mantzios must navigate the match without defender Kostas Pileas, who was sent off against Armenia following a VAR review, and potentially Konstantinos Laifis, who has been training individually due to fitness concerns.

Manager Mantzios and player Ioannis Pittas emphasized during the pre-match press conference the necessity of maintaining their momentum. Fans are encouraged to attend, with tickets priced at 10 euros and free entry for children under 14, as the team looks to solidify their position in the League C standings.